The term patient demographics refers to which type of information that is entered into a laboratory information system?
A) Patient-specific information, for example, name, age, and date of birth
B) Patient-specific information, for example, the total volume of urine collected in a 24-hour period for a creatinine clearance
C) Patient-specific information, for example, their mother's and father's first and last name
D) Patient-specific information, for example, where they were born and their religious preference

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Patient demographics typically include basic personal information such as name, age, and date of birth, which are essential for identifying and managing a patient's records in a laboratory information system.

The Term Patient Demographics Refers to Which Type of Information